Assignment:
1. Explain and contrast in detail the difference in forecasting financial needs for seasoned idea start-up and a new idea start-up.
2. Timing and planning are critical to the financing needs of all ventures. Explain in detail what types of external forces could alter a financing strategy
3. Name and discuss several valuation methods that are employed in the valuation of new ventures. Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of each.
4. What are the key elements in building and executing a business plan? Presume that you wilt be using the business plan for establishing valuation from finanong sources
5. Name and describe in detail at least 5 sources of external financing How do these sources assist in establishing the Cost of Capital for a venturer)
6. Name the key characteristics that VC investors look for in an entrepreneur. Name similar Characteristics that entrepreneurs look for in choosing a VC partner.
7. Name several ways the Venture Capitalists can "sweeten' an investment for the entrepreneur while maintaining control of the investment as it matures.